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NFL open to delaying Super Bowl, opposed to playoff bubble to deal with COVID-19

Aside from the obvious health impact of the NFL’s COVID-19 crisis, the outbreak among multiple teams has created a complex logistical puzzle for the NFL.

League leaders addressed possible solutions to work in a full season for all teams on Tuesday, hours ahead of the league’s first Tuesday game since 2010 that was prompted by the COVID-19 outbreak among the Tennessee Titans.

Solutions the league is considering? Adding an 18th week to the regular season and delaying the Super Bowl. What’s off the table? A playoff bubble.

Goodell: Flexibility is critical

Commissioner Roger Goodell addressed reporters in a virtual news conference and emphasized the need for flexibility when asked about extending the season and delaying the Super Bowl.